Missoula to Portland, Oregon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

425.3 miles 684.4 km · straight line
549.4 miles actual route 884.2 km · driving distance
10h 8min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
260° W bearing direction

How far is Missoula from Portland, Oregon?

The distance from Missoula to Portland, Oregon is 425.3 miles (684.4 km) as the crow flies. Portland, Oregon is located W of Missoula. By car, the driving distance is approximately 549.4 miles, taking about 10h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Missoula in Montana and Portland, Oregon in Oregon.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Missoula and Portland, Oregon. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Missoula to Portland, Oregon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 8min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 10min $44–$82* Budget
Train ~9h 38min $66–$192* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Missoula & Portland, Oregon

Quick Facts

Missoula
46.87°N, 114.00°W
America/Denver
978m elevation
Portland, Oregon
45.52°N, 122.68°W
America/Los_Angeles
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 142 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM